Last minute things to do

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I was wondering if any of you could give me any last minute tips. My dr moved my induction date to Monday I will finally get to meet my new man. I can't wait. I just have this feeling like I am forgeting something. I know its going to be tough since baby daddy is only taking a few days off work since I am no longer employed as of today, I hate being a temp, I am affraid that I might get kicked off of my wic since for some reason they want proof of all income in the house hold and I think the bf might make to much even though its for women and children. I am just starting to feel like we are going to fall behind for bills who knows when I will find another job.

NicoleW09 · Answer

We qualify for WIC where we are. My DH brings home close to $2400 a month. It's different everywhere. Anyways, when my cousin was applying for WIC they just wanted her income and her dad's income since they lived together. Even though her boyfriend lived with her, they didn't want his information. She was only eighteen at the time, so I'm not sure if that played a roll in her dad's income or not.

I'm a SAHM and we make it work, between rent, utilies, groceries, and a car payment with insurance. It's hard, but neither of us want to put Lexi in daycare.WIC is the only government assistance we receive, but it's worth it as long as you can stay on it.

I worried over what to take to the hospital, and they provided me with pads and all the things like that. Just worry about bringing your and baby some clothes. Good Luck!

tryingfor1sttime815 · Answer

I worry A LOT, I worry I believe more than the vast majority of people. We do not get government assistance, my husband just lost his job, and I have done a budget and we will have to live off savings (money I have been saving for the baby) until he finds work or until unemployment kicks in, if it does. It frightens me, I think we can get by for three or four months without too much problem but then the baby comes. I keep telling myself that it will work out, just like in your case. It will all work out. Just know there are places out there that can help you. Check out United Way, they know all the organizations that can help with utilities, food, daycare, and much more. They can help you find help if you need it. Good luck!

Clysta · Answer

Your fears are very natural, and one that women wonder about a lot. I still worry and wonder how we're able to manage. We have a 1200 a month budget, and have no government assistance of any kind--including WIC. You just need to make sure you figure out what you get monthly, write a budget and STICK TO IT. The problem many couples have is they write it up and ignore it, then freak out because nothing is left.

shell0209 · Answer

He should make enough but I dont' think we would make it if it wasn't for wic or food share. I live in Wisconsin and pretty much what I have been told I can't get much help otherwise since we live together. Since we are not married they said they would have to go for child support before they could help with certain things which is pointless since we are living together. I hate how my state works. They pretty much encourage people with children not to be together and not to work just so they can get some help for a short time.

marisol_jose · Answer

I think all of us women go through that, so don't feel alone. You're just feeling really nervous and that's totally understandable. I am 33 weeks and I have so much left to do I'm so scared that I will forget something too. Wic shouldn't say you make too much because just like u said yourself its for women and children. As for your bills does your boyfriend make enough to get you guys by?? I don't know about where u live but over here in tucson az they have so many places that help with rental assitance and food assitance. Even though out here it takes FOREVER to get help and then they deny u because u "make too much" so I personally havebt had any success with that the only things I do have is foodstamps and access and wic. 

I wish you the best of luck. If u ever wanna message me feel free to do so :)